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Mute or Rise

June 23, 2024
By musafirah SILVER, East Elmhurst, New York
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musafirah SILVER, East Elmhurst, New York
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"Speak a good word or remain silent"- Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)

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Ancient voices heard

Children dream and mothers weep

Horror strikes, hope they keep


Constraints of occupation

Genocide ongoing over an entire nation


Knowing this,

Will you stay mute or choose to rise?

To thrive and take the stand

Or join blood upon the land

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